Let’s Get Real About Decision-Making

Hey, you.

Yeah, I’m talking to you. Right now, you’re reading this email. That was a decision. A tiny one, but still a decision. And guess what? By the time you finish this, you’ll have made about 20 more micro-decisions (like whether to keep reading, check your phone, or grab a snack). Crazy, right?

Today, we’re not just talking about decision-making—we’re cracking it open, looking inside, and figuring out how to get better at it.

Today’s Vibe: Decision-Making Like a Pro

Let’s be honest: decision-making can be exhausting. Big choices, small choices, that annoying moment when you can’t decide what to watch on Netflix—it all adds up. But here’s the thing: the better you get at making decisions, the more control you have over your life.

So, let’s level up.

The Decision-Making Mini-Challenge

Step 1: The 10-10-10 Rule Before making a decision, ask yourself:

• How will I feel about this in 10 minutes?

• How will I feel about this in 10 months?

• How will I feel about this in 10 years?

It’s a game-changer. Trust me.

Step 2: Flip a Coin (But Not How You Think) If you’re stuck between two options, flip a coin. But here’s the trick: pay attention to how you feel about the result. If you’re disappointed, that’s your gut telling you something.

Step 3: Remove the Noise Overthinking? Paralysis by analysis? Ditch it. Strip the decision down to what actually matters. Most choices aren’t life-or-death. Make the best call with the info you have, and move forward.

Quick Story: The Decision That Changed Everything

Meet Alex. Alex had a safe 9-to-5 job but dreamed of starting a business. For years, he kept saying, “I’ll do it someday.” One day, he sat down and asked himself: What if I just went for it? No more excuses. No more waiting. He made the decision, took action, and never looked back.

Was it scary? Yep.

Did it pay off? Big time.

Lesson? You can’t wait for perfect conditions. Decisions shape your reality. Start making them with intention.

The Science of Decision-Making

Your Brain on Decisions: Every choice fires up your prefrontal cortex—the part of your brain responsible for logic and reasoning. The more you practice decision-making, the stronger this “muscle” gets.

The Power of Simplification: Studies show that people who eliminate unnecessary choices (think Steve Jobs and his black turtleneck) have more mental energy for important decisions. Translation: stop stressing over the small stuff.

Why Fear Holds You Back: Your brain is wired to avoid loss. That’s why making tough decisions feels so scary. But the biggest regrets? Usually the chances you didn’t take.

Quick Decision-Making Hacks

✅ Set a Deadline: If you take too long, you’re probably overthinking. Give yourself a time limit and commit.

✅ Ask: ‘What Would Future Me Do?’ Imagine your future self looking back—what choice would they be happy you made?

✅ Don’t Wait for Perfect: There’s never a 100% right decision. There’s just action and learning.

The Daily Self-Question:

What’s one decision I’ve been putting off—and what’s stopping me from making it today?

Think about it. Then, act on it.

Tip for Success:

Great decision-makers aren’t born, they’re built. The more you practice, the better you get.

You in?

The VitalCore Team

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